H-11972 - Door closer Uline - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL H-11972 Uline

Phillips Screwdriver

PunchPencil

Safety Glasses

Drill

7 and 1/4-20 Drill Bits (for metal)

3/16" Drill Bit (or wood)

9/32" and 3/8" Drill Bits (nut and bolt option)

1/8" Hex Wrench (included)

PARTS

Closer x 1

Arm Assembly x 1

Parallel Arm Bracket x 1

Pinion Cap x 1

Main Arm Pinion Screw x 1

1/4-14 x 1½"
Oval Flat Head Self-Drilling Screw x 8 (for wood/metal frames)

1/4-20 x 3/4"
Oval Flat Head Machine Screw x 8 (for metal frames)

1/4-20 x 5/8" Round Head Machine Screw x 2 (for metal frames)

1/4-14 x 1½" Round Head Self-Drilling Screw x 2 (for wood/metal frames)

SAFETY

CAUTION! An incorrectly installed or improperly adjusted door closer can cause property damage or personal injury. These installation instructions should be followed to avoid the possibility of misapplication or improper adjustment.

• Doors should be hung on ball bearing or anti-friction hinges.

• A separate doorway is recommended.

• Always consult door/frame manufacturer for fastener compatibility.

• Door and frame must be properly reinforced.
• Adjust closing time speed between 3 and 7 seconds from 90^ to 0^ .
  These door closers should not be installed on exposed side (weather side) of exterior doors.

INSTALLATION

REGULAR ARM MOUNTING

NOTE: Right-hand installation is shown.

1. Mark holes at indicated locations on door and frame. (See Figure 1)

OPENING DIMENSION A
To 100° 7"
101°-120° 6"
*121°-180° 3½"

*Door/wall/hardware/jamb conditions permitting.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

1. Mount closer to door using four 1/4 - 14 × 112 oval flat head self drilling screws or oval flat head machine screws. (See Figure 2)

NOTE: See "Tools Needed" on page 1 for proper installation hardware.

1. Choose arm placement in shoe and install arms using two 1/4 - 14 × 112 round head self-drilling screws or 1/4 - 20 × 5/8 round head machine screws. (See Figures 3-4)

NOTE: For left- and right-hand installations, position pinion with flat at point S.

1. Connect arms and install forearm screw. (See Figure 5)

1. Preload spring and tighten forearm screw. (See Figure 6)

IMPORTANT! Rotating arm preloads closer spring power. Rotate elbow until connecting rod is perpendicular to frame.

1. Installation is complete. Proceed to page 8 for closer adjustments and decorative cap installation.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

TOP JAMB MOUNTING

NOTE: Right-hand installation is shown.

1. Mark holes at indicated locations on door and frame. (See Figure 7)

OPENING DIMENSION A
To 100° 7½"
101°-120° 6"
*121°-180° 3½"

*Door/wall/hardware/jamb conditions permitting.

1. Mount closer to frame using four 1/4 - 14 × 112 oval flat head self-drilling screws or oval flat head machine screws. (See Figure 8)

NOTE: See "Tools Needed" on page 1 for proper installation hardware.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

1. Choose arm placement in shoe and install separate arms using two 1/4 - 14 × 112 round head self-drilling screws or 1/4 - 20 × 5/8 round head machine screws. (See Figures 9-10)

NOTE: For left- and right-hand installations, position pinion with flat at point S.

1. Connect arms and install forearm screw. (See Figure 11)

1. Preload spring and tighten forearm screw. (See Figure 12)

IMPORTANT! Rotating arm preloads closer spring power. Rotate elbow until connecting rod is perpendicular to frame.

6. Installation is complete. Proceed to page 8 for closer adjustments and decorative cap installation.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

PARALLEL ARM INSTALLATION

NOTE: Right-hand installation is shown.

1. Mark holes at indicated locations on door and frame. (See Figure 13)

OPENING DIMENSION A DIMENSION B
To 100° 91/4" 75"
101°-130° 73/4" 61"
*131°-180° 53/4" 41"

*Door/wall/hardware/jamb conditions permitting.

1. Close latch and sweep valves using included hex wrench. (See Figure 14)

1. Install parallel arm bracket and mount closer using eight 1 / 4 - 14 × 112 oval flat head self-drilling screws or 1 / 4 - 20 × 3 / 4 oval flat head machines screws. (See Figure 15)

NOTE: See "Tools Needed" on page 1 for proper installation hardware.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

1. Remove arm shoe and install forearm to bracket. (See Figure 16)

1. Place main arm on closer spindle and rotate. (See Figure 17)

1. Remove arm and attach as shown. (See Figure 18)

NOTE: For right-hand installation, position flat at point R. For left-hand installation, position flat at point L.

1. Open latch and sweep valves using included hex wrench. (See Figure 19)

NOTE: Do not completely open valves. Valves will leak.

CAUTION! Arm under tension. Keep fingers away from moving parts.

1. Connect arms and install forearm screw. (See Figure 20)

1. Preload spring and tighten forearm screw. (See Figure 21)

NOTE: Rotating arm preloads closer spring power. By hand, rotate arm elbow to be 112 from door face.

1. Installation is complete. Proceed to page 8 for closer adjustments and decorative cap installation.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

CLOSER ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION! Use provided hex wrench to turn valves. Never force valves out of closer. Never completely close backcheck valve. (See Figure 22)

NOTE: Door must be open to adjust spring closing power. Refer to chart. Do not use a power drill. Warranty will be void. (See Figure 22)

SPRING CLOSING POWER		NUMBER OF TURNS REQUIRED* (ships pre-loaded with 8 turns)
DOOR	TYPE OF INSTALLATION	Maximum Door Size
		34"	36"	40"	44"	48"
Interior	Regular Arm Top Jamb	2 4 6 10	12
	Parallel Arm	3	5	8	11	14
Exterior	Regular Arm Top Jamb	3	5	8	11	14
	Parallel Arm	5	8	11	16	19

*30 full (360°) turns maximum available.

PINION CAP INSTALLATION

NOTE: Do not over-tighten screws. (See Figures 23-25)

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